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Consistency is key ?? Congratulations to our teams on their national recognition for delivering quality healthcare for our patients and communities! ?? “This achievement is a testament to the hard work, expertise and compassion of everyone involved in patient care,” said Dr. Diane Kantaros, chief quality officer at Nuvance Health. “I am incredibly proud of our healthcare professionals, who go above and beyond every day to make quality care and patient safety their highest priorities. Their dedication and tireless efforts are what make recognitions like these possible, reaffirming our commitment to serving our community with the best possible care.” ?? Follow the link to learn more about this recognition and what it means for our patients across Nuvance Health: https://bit.ly/4eDquAH

Go Red for Women is an initiative we are proud to support for many reasons, including these noteworthy stats: ?? Nearly 45% of women ages 20+ are living with some form of cardiovascular disease. ?? Less than half of women entering pregnancy in the U.S. have optimal cardiovascular health. ?? Women experience unique life stages, such as pregnancy and menopause, that can put them at an increased risk for cardiovascular disease. We had the honor of sponsoring the Go Red for Women luncheon and celebrating the work of Vassar Brothers Medical Center President Susan Browning, who served as chair this year. We are so grateful to the American Heart Association for also spotlighting stroke awareness and survivor, Jodi Hammell, who shared her experience to help others. Our goal is for the women in our community to feel confident in making health-related decisions, with a clear understanding of their bodies and risk factors. Share this post with the women in your life and remind them to take care of their heart health ??

Sit too much during the workday? We can relate. While it can be hard to find the time for exercise, it plays an important role in protecting your lung health and helping you live a longer, healthier life. ?? Dr. Cleveland Lewis is a thoracic surgeon who loves exercising and wants to share the benefits for lung health and overall #longevity! ?? Follow the link to find out what types of exercises are the most effective, and the difference between aerobic and anaerobic workouts!

Premature birth occurs in about 11% to 13% of pregnancies in the U.S. each year. ???? Loving these little miracles comes easily, and our team is inspired by the wonderful possibilities ahead for each baby as they grow strong. Estelle is one of these miracles who is thriving today! She created a commemorative bracelet called "Small but Fierce" to raise funds for our NICUs. ?? Estelle's passion for this fundraiser is personal. She shares: “I was born at the Danbury Hospital NICU over 20 years ago, and this cause is close to my heart. Net profits from sales of the bracelets will benefit neonatal intensive care units across Nuvance Health to ensure our tiniest patients and their families receive the care and support they need." Custom-made "Small but Fierce" bracelets are available in silver or gold accents for $15 until November 22. Visit the link to purchase: https://etsy.me/3AShSIv Visit https://bit.ly/4ft5oWT to support a specific hospital or program, honor someone important to you or participate in charitable events!

After two decades of nurturing strategic growth and caring for our community, Denise George, president of Northern Dutchess Hospital, announces her retirement. A new chapter is set to begin, and Dr. Andy Wilson is ready to lead the hospital with excellence and dedication! Thank you, Denise, for your years of leadership and impact for Nuvance Health! We cannot wait to see your hard work continue to pay off as Dr. Wilson carries us forward. ?? ?? Follow the link to read more about this transition and Dr. Andy Wilson.

Time to celebrate! FIVE Nuvance Health hospitals received the top ‘A’ grade for quality and patient safety from The Leapfrog Group, a leading advocate of transparency in healthcare. ?? Danbury Hospital ?? Northern Dutchess Hospital ?? Norwalk Hospital ?? Putnam Hospital ?? Sharon Hospital These well-earned ‘A’ grades recognize our high standards in patient safety and are a testament to the top-rated clinical care provided by our talented doctors, nurses, and care teams across our health system.

Acupuncture? Hypnosis? Dr. Kathleen Mueller is a healing and wellness guru, and we are SO excited she has joined Nuvance Health as our System Director for Integrative Medicine and the Cancer Survivorship Program! Dr. Mueller is a family medicine expert with fellowship training in integrative medicine and advanced training in acupuncture and medical hypnosis. She passionately brings evidence-based pain relief and comfort to everyone, from cancer survivors to those with chronic medical conditions. She is also dedicated to helping people stay well through food, movement and mind-body techniques, like yoga. In her words, "I love watching people feel better by combining these integrative approaches with standard medical practices." ?? Follow the link in our bio to learn more about Dr. Mueller!

We can care for you because they protect us! ?????? Thank you to everyone who has served, and a big shout-out to those at Nuvance Health and in our communities who have honorably served our country. Happy Veterans Day!

Melinda Hernandez has always been confident. She is married and has two children with her loving husband of 24 years and had great career success. But like many people, her confidence was shaken after losing her job in the pandemic which lead to significant weight gain, a diabetes diagnosis and other health issues Melinda was not expecting. ?? But she didn't let that shape her future. Melinda took matters into her own hands and lost 129 pounds, reversing her diabetes and hypertension through weight loss surgery. ?????? “I am loving my new lifestyle and great health habits. Every day is better than the one before,” Melinda shared. ?? Follow the link to read her full story and learn more about weight loss options at Nuvance Health! #diabetesawareness #weightloss

Dr. Hassler prides himself in combining surgical precision with compassionate care — and we are beyond excited to welcome him to our cardiac surgery team. ???? Dr. Hassler earned his doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from the New York Institute of Technology’s College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his cardiothoracic surgery residency at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., followed by an Advanced Aortic and Endovascular Surgery fellowship at the University of Michigan. His training has equipped him with a wealth of experience in treating challenging cardiac and aortic cases. His specialties include adult cardiac surgery, open and endovascular aortic surgery, complex aortic repair, aortic annular enlargement (Y-incision), transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR), minimally invasive cardiac surgeries, as well as high-risk re-operative surgery, a surgical procedure performed on the heart or its surrounding structures after previous cardiac surgery. ?? Follow the link to learn more about Dr. Hassler!